Tag: Equality
The Mormon Church’s Line in the Sand
We can say this is hate-based and use the catchy "NoH8," but in doing so, our attempt to reframe the battle as one of love vs hate misses the mark. They are winning the battle when it comes to framing
When we will stop asking for what we won’t get?
That new direction is one of real engagement, every day. Come out. Be out, and live out and proud. Let your families, and friends, and coworkers and others know why equality matters to you. Go and see your legislators. Sit
There Is No Wrong Time for a March
I’ve written several times that the timing of the March is a problem. And I still think that, but on the other hand, is there really any wrong time to march for our rights? Easy answer: No! The conservatives are
The Other Side of the National March on Washington Debate
I can't imagine taking that experience away from a new generation of activist, but I also can't see how having the experience is enough to warrant it when there is so much at stake this year. With the election in
Tips on Participating in a Political Kiss-In
This coming Saturday, your presence is requested- actually more than your presence- your participation is needed for the National Kiss-In. Are you free? come on- all the cool kids are doing it! The link below offers a set of invaluable
Equal Rights or Special Rights?
Yesterday, I wrote: how are we going to position our needs so that always and through out his entire presidency, we are demanding attention for actions that will be good for us, and thereby good for everyone And since then,
No Excuses: Demanding Equality Face to Face
The other day I posted about using the August Recess as a time to be an advocate for the issues important to you. For me these include a slate of LGBT/GLBTQ issues such as state-wide protection from discrimination, hate crimes
FACES OF US
I posted this link back on May 1st, and since then the site has grown tremendously. Consider adding your picture. There has never been a more important time to show America who we are- for real. FACES OF US. If
FACES OF US: Pennsylvania
This is a cool site and a useful action to take. Giving a face to the issue- demonstrating what a diverse and amazing and beautiful world of folks who seek change. To me this is especially striking after considering the
Will Marriage Equality overshadow and defeat Equality in general?
I wrote this as a reply to a post on Facebook, but decided that I liked what I had to say enough to post it here too. As I read back over it, there are lots of unfinished ideas, and
